US, April 27 -- Domestic airlines in Nigeria have warned they may suspend operations nationwide from Thursday, April 30, 2026, if urgent steps are not taken to address the rising cost of aviation fuel.

Operators say the situation has become unsustainable, with the price of Jet A1 fuel surging by over 300 percent since February. The sharp increase has significantly raised operating expenses, leaving many airlines struggling to remain in service.

Despite ongoing discussions between airline operators, the Federal Government, and fuel marketers, no concrete solution has been reached. This has heightened fears of widespread disruption for passengers who rely on domestic flights for business and essential travel.

The Minister of Aviation and...